The ROADMAP
The 4 Steps on Your Journey to the Future
Step 1 - Your Future Awaits
Are you ready to think about what’s next?
Choose the options that support you most.
- One-on-One Support
Work directly with our staff to set goals, build skills, and get personalized support based on your needs.
- Life Skills Classes
Join classes that teach everyday skills like budgeting, cooking, communication, and independent living.
- Peer Support & Group Activities
Connect with others who share similar experiences. Learn together, build confidence, and support each other.
- Mobile Office & Community Outreach
We bring services to you. Our mobile office provides support in underserved areas across West Virginia, making it easier to access services close to home.
Step 2 - Learn Life's Key Skills
Students (Ages 14–21)
Prepare for life after high school.
- Find your career interests and explore options of schools, colleges and trade programs that offer accessibility for your needs.
- Build life skills for independence like budgeting, time management, and basic home and daily living skills to prepare you for success.
- Build healthy habits through smart decision-making, healthy eating, internet safety, and making safe choices every day.
- Learn about community resources so you can advocate for your needs.
Young Adults (up to age 30)
Still deciding what’s next?
- We help you explore options for college, trades, and jobs to fit your interests and accessibility needs.
- Find a school readiness program, write a resume, practice interview skills, learn personal budgeting, improve communication skills, and find transportation options for more independence.
- Learn ways to support your well-being, including healthy eating, staying active, and managing stress.
- We also help you find housing that is accessible and community resources that support independent living.
Adults & Veterans
Living your Best Independent Life!
- We help you explore career and education options, create resumes, and apply for jobs.
- Build skills for independent living, like managing your money, taking care of your home, and setting goals.
- Learn healthy habits for your well-being like healthy eating choices, exercise you enjoy, and good decision-making and choices.
- We also help you find accessible, affordable housing and community resources that meet your needs.
Seniors (ages 65 and up)
Stay Independent in Your Own Home.
- We connect you with in-home supports and community resources, help you build daily living skills, and explore home changes that make your space safer and easier to use.
- We work with you to create a plan so you can stay in your home safely and with confidence.
Step 3: Become Your Own Best Advocate
It’s important to know your rights as a person with a disability.
We’ll help you learn how to speak up for yourself and ask for the supports you need to succeed in school, training programs, at work and in the community.
You’ll learn how to share your needs, understand your options, and find help when you need it.
We will mentor you and stand by your side as you build confidence to speak up for yourself and others in the disability community— in your community, and with decision-makers.
Step 4: Connect with Your Peers and the Community
Peer Support & Community Connections
Our peer support program connects you with trained peer mentors—people with shared experiences who are ready to support and guide others.
Our goal is to bring people together, reduce isolation, and support better mental well-being. Through connection and shared experiences, we help build confidence, create a sense of belonging, and encourage personal growth.
We also help you get involved in your community through volunteer opportunities that match your interests and goals.
Take part in community activities like plays, concerts, local sporting events, fairs and festivals, outdoor activities, bowling, and movies.
Together, we learn from each other, speak up for our community, and enjoy all that our community has to offer.